Heavy Equipment Mechanic-

Heavy Equipment Mechanic:

• $46.15 per hour for Heavy Equipment 421A
• Primarily day shift (some afternoons and weekends)

We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician to join our maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting troubleshooting and repairing a variety of heavy equipment including CAT 990 loaders large off-road trucks pot carriers cranes excavators and other large material handling machinery. Primary responsibility will be to support our maintenance activities in the shop to include but not limited to:

• diagnose and repair equipment failures/issues
• services such as changing of fluids filters etc.
• maintain a clean and safe working environment
• assist in general site related maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Experienced in repairing large off-road construction type equipment in an industrial environment.
• Must be self-starter with the ability to complete diagnostics troubleshoot and complete repairs to heavy off-road equipment such as loaders material handlers trucks and cranes.
• Knowledge and experience with diesel and gasoline engines hydraulic systems and/or electronics preferred.
• Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
• Must understand technical manuals illustrations specifications diagrams schematics and similar guides to make repairs and modifications according to OEM specifications and procedures.

Qualifications :

Licenses / Certifications

• College or classroom training in Heavy Equipment Truck and Coach or Farm Equipment 

• Completion of a mechanic apprenticeship 

• 421A Heavy Equipment Technician license is an asset 

Experience: 

• 6 months to 2 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair 

• Preferred: Experience in steel mills quarries mines oil sands mineral processing or heavy industrial environments 

Skills: 

• Diesel fuel injection systems 

• Exhaust and cooling systems 

• Electrical and air conditioning systems 

• Lubrication systems 

• Mechanical and hydraulic transmissions 

• Power take-offs brake systems suspension and steering 

• Off-road tires and wheels differentials 

• Cable and hydraulic-operated attachments 

• Winches compressors pumps electric generators 

• Engine control systems 

• Nice to have: Installation and alignment of engines and machinery 

Additional Information :

We Offer

• RRSP match up to 5% 

• Extended healthcare: $10000/year (Employer pays 100%) 

• Paramedical coverage: $1200/year (Chiro massage etc.) 

• Life insurance dental care disability insurance 

• On-site parking 

• Wellness and employee assistance programs 

• Generous vacation and paid time off 

• All PPE provided (including work boots) 

• Uniforms provided and laundered 

Harsco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time